Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapists in Chicago
Colliance Wellness was founded on the belief that healing and growth emerge from meaningful connections. With over a decade of clinical experience, our licensed professionals specialize in creating a safe, collaborative therapeutic environment. We combine evidence-based practices like cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and mindfulness with a deep understanding of cross-cultural identity and life transitions. Our team holds advanced training in emotional-focused therapy for couples and psychoanalytic approaches, ensuring personalized care for individuals, couples, and mental health professionals seeking consultation.We prioritize client autonomy, emphasizing self-compassion and resilience-building while addressing depression, anxiety, grief, and relational conflicts. Our commitment to ethical practice and continuous professional development has established us as a trusted resource for emotional wellness in Chicago and beyond.
Services
Individual Counseling
Couples Therapy
Professional Consultation
Clinical Supervision
Mental Health Seminars
Depression Treatment
Anxiety Management
Cross-Cultural Counseling
Grief Counseling
Stress Management
Highlights and features
- We offer over 10 years of clinical experience in mental health therapy
- Our multicultural lens addresses immigration and acculturation challenges
- We use evidence-based modalities like DBT, ACT, and EFT
- We provide free 15-minute phone consultations for new clients
- Our therapist holds advanced psychoanalytic training and LCSW licensure
What people say
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Services
Individual Counseling
Our individual counseling sessions address depression, anxiety, and life transitions through personalized treatment plans. Clients develop coping strategies while exploring self-identity and relational patterns. We integrate mindfulness practices with cognitive-behavioral techniques to promote emotional regulation and self-compassion.
Couples Therapy
Couples therapy focuses on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and enhancing intimacy. We address conflict resolution and life transitions while helping partners establish healthy boundaries. Gottman Method and emotionally-focused therapy techniques guide our approach to strengthening relationships.
Professional Consultation
We provide case consultation and supervision for therapists and graduate students. Services include treatment planning guidance, ethical decision-making support, and skill development in evidence-based practices. Our consultation also extends to organizational mental health training and seminars.
Grief Counseling
Specialized grief counseling helps clients navigate bereavement and significant life changes. We employ trauma-informed approaches to process loss while developing adaptive coping mechanisms. Sessions focus on honoring past relationships while rebuilding meaningful connections.
Stress Management
Stress management programs combine mindfulness training with cognitive restructuring techniques. Clients learn to identify stress triggers and implement work-life balance strategies. Our approach integrates self-care practices with practical solutions for chronic stress reduction.
People
Maria Mirza
Founder & Psychotherapist
Maria Mirza, LCSW, has over a decade of clinical experience in mental health. She specializes in cross-cultural identity, anxiety disorders, and relationship counseling. Her training includes psychoanalytic fellowship and certifications in DBT, ACT, and EFT. Maria combines mindfulness with evidence-based therapies to support client growth.
Questions
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call (312) 714-0341 or use our contact form for a free 15-minute phone consultation to discuss your needs and availability.
What happens in the first counseling session?
The initial 60-minute session covers your concerns, paperwork review, and goal setting. We'll discuss therapeutic approaches to ensure proper fit and comfort.
Do you offer medication management?
We don't prescribe medication but collaborate with psychiatrists for medication needs and provide coordinated care referrals.
Can I attend therapy alone if my partner refuses couples counseling?
Yes, individual therapy can help improve self-awareness and relationship understanding even without partner participation.
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
We integrate mindfulness, psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and emotion-focused techniques tailored to each client's unique needs and goals.
How do you handle appointment cancellations?
Please notify us at least 48 hours in advance for cancellations or rescheduling to avoid full session fees.
